What is the cheapest way to get from Saga to Aso?

The cheapest way to get from Saga to Aso is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2500 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saga to Aso?

The fastest way to get from Saga to Aso is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Saga and Aso?

No, there is no direct bus from Saga to Aso. However, there are services departing from Saga Daini Godochosha and arriving at Aso Sta. via Kiyama AP and Kumamoto Prefectural Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Saga and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Saga to Aso. However, there are services departing from Saga and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Shin-Tosu and Kumamoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Saga to Aso?

The distance between Saga and Aso is 142 km. The road distance is 99.1 km.

How do I travel from Saga to Aso without a car?

The best way to get from Saga to Aso without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs ¥6000 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Saga to Aso?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Saga to Aso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saga to Aso bus from?

Saga to Aso bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Saga Daini Godochosha station.

Where do I catch the Saga to Aso train from?

Saga to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Tosu station.

Train or bus from Saga to Aso?

The best way to get from Saga to Aso is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs ¥6000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3900 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Saga to Aso bus arrive?

Saga to Aso bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kiyama PA station.

Where does the Saga to Aso train arrive?

Saga to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kumamoto station.

Can I drive from Saga to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Saga to Aso is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Saga to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 268+ hotels available in Aso.

Saga to Aso - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Saga to Aso by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to KumamotoSakura
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Aso(Kumamoto)[188397] Ltd. Exp. Kyushu Odan Tokkyu 3 / ...
3h 26m
¥6,387–10,265
Drive 99.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saga to Aso99.1 km
1h 26m
¥1,669–2,410
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saga Daini Godochosha to Kiyama PA
2. Take the bus from Kiyama AP to Kumamoto Kencho-mae
3. Take the bus from Kumamoto Prefectural Office to Aso Sta.
4h 29m
¥3,900–7,669
Train via Higoozu
1. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Kumamoto
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozu
3. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)
3h 44m
¥7,287–12,165

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 141.8 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Saga, Japan and Aso, Kumamoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Saga to Aso(Kumamoto) via Shin-Tosu and Kumamoto in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saga Daini Godochosha to Aso Sta. via Kiyama AP and Kumamoto Prefectural Office in around 4h 29m.

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